Ariel Rising Quotes

“What exactly is this energy—and will I learn to control it?” “We call it Ousia.” “Oo-what?” “OO-ZEE-AH. “It means the Essence. Once you are trained, you will be able to control it.” It sounds a lot like the Jedi Force. “Where does it come from?” “It is all around us. Human scientists call it dark energy.” “Oh. I’ve read about that. But it’s theoretical. It’s never been seen.” “That’s why they call it dark,” he says with a tilt of his head.”
― A.J. Sparber, Ariel Rising

“I feel charged, coiled, and ready to spring. Anger and fear is displaced by focus. My mind yields command to my body. Luke leans in for another kiss. Target acquired. Before I can think, my left arm shoots out like a piston, and the heel of my hand connects with his nose. He yelps like a puppy and staggers backwards. Blood gushes. And he looks extremely pissed off.”
― A.J. Sparber, Ariel Rising

“Davin’s house is just across the road from mine. Ella drops him off, makes a quick U-turn, then pulls into my driveway. “He’s really hot, sweetie. Let me know right now if you want him, or he’s mine,” she says with an exaggerated drawl. “For heaven’s sake, I just met the guy today.” “Yeah, me too,” she says with a smirk.”
― A.J. Sparber, Ariel Rising